Boston Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel

Compare the Boston Terrier to the English Cocker Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boston Terriers and English Cocker Spaniels.

Boston Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
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General Details
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
14-17 Inches
Weight
10-25 Pounds
26-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1870 AD
1860 AD
Temperament
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Allergies
Reverse sneezing
Cherry eye
Deafness
Brain tumors
Megaesophagus
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Boston Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue Roan
Blue Roan
Golden
Golden
Liver
Liver
Orange and White
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
Red
Red
Sable
Sable
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